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Joel Embiid Makes Strong Statement Before 76ers-Celtics Game 7: 'Tired of Losing'

Joel Embiid Makes Strong Statement Before 76ers-Celtics Game 7: 'Tired of Losing'

Summary

Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers forced a Game 7 against the Boston Celtics by winning Game 6 with a score of 106-93. Embiid expressed frustration about losing to the Celtics in past playoffs and said the team is focused on winning the final game in Boston.

Key Facts

  • The 76ers are the No. 7 seed, and the Celtics are the No. 2 seed in the playoffs.
  • The 76ers won Game 6 by 106-93, forcing a decisive Game 7.
  • Game 7 will be played in Boston at the TD Garden.
  • Joel Embiid has lost three playoff series to the Celtics before and wants to change that.
  • Embiid described the Celtics as a "super team" and said winning on their home court is difficult.
  • The 76ers have won the last two elimination games on the road.
  • Embiid returned to play in Game 4 after recovering from an appendectomy (surgery to remove the appendix).
  • Embiid’s averages in the series so far: 26 points, 8 rebounds, and 7.3 assists per game.
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